Viral Hot Honey Ground Beef Bowl
A delightful dish that combines savory, spicy, and sweet flavors with tender ground beef, roasted sweet potatoes, fresh avocado, and a drizzle of hot honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef (93% lean recommended)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into small cubes
- 1 ripe avocado, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat as preferred)
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or about 2 tbsp homemade taco mix)
- 2 tbsp hot honey
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast for about 40–45 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
- Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and add a splash of water if necessary. Simmer until well-browned.
- Divide the roasted sweet potatoes and seasoned ground beef among bowls. Top with sliced avocado and spoonfuls of cottage cheese.
- Drizzle with hot honey to taste and garnish with chopped cilantro, a squeeze of lime, red pepper flakes, or sliced scallions if desired.
Notes
Ensure sweet potatoes are caramelized for the best flavor. Adjust hot honey to your spice preference.